Speaking Up

From TED Radio Hour - Whether it's asking for a raise or asking for equality, speaking up can be risky â even dangerous. This hour, TED speakers share ideas and stories about taking the crucial step to say something.

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Speaking Up2017-04-06 21:02:00Whether it's asking for a raise or asking for equality, speaking up can be risky â even dangerous. This hour, TED speakers share ideas and stories about taking the crucial step to say something.

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